Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Jester
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.6–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Jester
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Jester
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Property
| Property | Columbus | Jester |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 7–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.6–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 9–14% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |